Online Volunteer for Ethical Decision-Making Engine

Job Posting Organization:
Action Lab for Development is an organization dedicated to advancing education, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, and advocacy to empower entrepreneurs and newcomers while promoting creative economies in Canada. Established in 2024 as an Extra-Provincial Corporation in Alberta, Canada, the organization has been granted special consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2020, reflecting its commitment to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The organization operates with a mission that includes five key objectives: providing tools for creative innovation, enabling networking and training activities, educating about fair business practices, guiding emerging entrepreneurs, and encouraging youth involvement in volunteering. Action Lab for Development focuses on areas such as food security, advocacy, and education, aiming to positively impact local innovators and newcomers who face challenges in integration and starting life in a new environment.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for Ethical Decision-Making Engine at Action Lab for Development involves supporting the design and development of a lightweight, ethical decision-making engine that emphasizes responsible and human-centered artificial intelligence. The role is crucial in advancing and refining moral reasoning frameworks, integrating emotional logic, and developing explainable AI (XAI) components to enhance transparency and accountability. The volunteer will work on building upon existing frameworks, improving contextual awareness in AI decisions, and ensuring that the ethical AI models align with humanitarian and ethical standards. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about ethics in technology and looking to contribute to meaningful projects that promote fairness and dignity in both digital and offline environments.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Online Volunteer include:

• Supporting the enhancement of the existing ethical decision-making engine framework.
• Deepening the integration of emotional logic to improve contextual awareness in AI decisions.
• Documenting progress, methodologies, and outcomes to facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure project continuity.
• Leading or supporting iterative testing, validation, and improvement of ethical AI models.
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that the project aligns with humanitarian and ethical standards.
• Engaging in discussions and brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for the ethical decision-making engine.
• Providing feedback and suggestions based on testing outcomes and user experiences.
• Participating in training sessions and workshops to enhance skills related to ethical AI development.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for this position include:

• A strong understanding of ethical principles and frameworks related to artificial intelligence.
• Familiarity with moral reasoning and decision-making processes.
• Experience in AI development, particularly in areas related to explainable AI (XAI) and emotional logic integration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills to facilitate knowledge transfer.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• A commitment to ethical standards and humanitarian values in technology development.

Educational Background:
The educational background needed for this position includes:

• A degree or ongoing studies in fields such as computer science, artificial intelligence, ethics, social sciences, or a related discipline.
• Additional certifications or coursework in ethical AI, moral philosophy, or related areas would be advantageous.
• Practical experience or projects related to AI development or ethical decision-making would be beneficial.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for this position includes:

• Previous experience in AI development or related projects is preferred, though not mandatory for volunteers.
• Familiarity with ethical considerations in technology and experience working on projects that involve ethical decision-making frameworks.
• Experience in collaborative environments, particularly in roles that require teamwork and communication across disciplines.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English, as it is the primary language of communication within the organization. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly French or Spanish, would be considered a valuable asset, enhancing the ability to engage with diverse communities and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is a volunteer role, and as such, it does not offer financial compensation. The commitment is flexible, allowing volunteers to contribute based on their availability. The role is remote, enabling individuals from various locations to participate. The organization encourages international volunteers to apply, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. The position is suitable for individuals seeking to gain experience in ethical AI development and contribute to meaningful social initiatives.